The Wolf in Winter: A Charlie Parker Thriller by John Connolly

December 4th, 2014 Kimberly Review 56 Comments

4th Dec
The Wolf in Winter: A Charlie Parker Thriller by John Connolly

When I was offered an audio of Wolf in Winter by John Connolly, I found myself intrigued by the synopsis. I immediately wanted to know what was happening in Prosperous, Maine. I did not realize at the time that this was the twelfth book in the Charlie Parker thriller series. While I struggled here and there due to the series arc, the heart of the tale dealing with Prosperous was an odd curiosity that kept me intrigued.

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All He Wants for Christmas by Lisa Plumley

December 3rd, 2014 Kimberly Review 65 Comments

3rd Dec
All He Wants for Christmas by Lisa Plumley

All He Wants for Christmas by Lisa Plumley is the fourth book in the Kismet, Michigan series but do not let that deter you from enjoying this holiday read as it completely works as a standalone. Small-town charm, children, goldfish and a gooey romance make this a delightful holiday read.

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The Incredible Charlotte Sycamore and the Secret Traps by Kate Maddison

December 2nd, 2014 Kimberly Review 66 Comments

2nd Dec
The Incredible Charlotte Sycamore and the Secret Traps by Kate Maddison

I love a good steampunk novel wrapped in mystery and was delighted to read The Incredible Charlotte Sycamore and the Secret Traps by Kate Maddison. The author suggested and it is true, this will work as a standalone. For me however, I think my connection to the characters would have been stronger had I first read, The Incredible Charlotte Sycamore. Featuring a young cast of characters who meddle in mysteries and dabble in steampunk with a sweet understated romance The Incredible Charlotte Sycamore and the Secret Traps was an engaging tale.

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Symbiont by Mira Grant

December 1st, 2014 Kimberly Review 46 Comments

1st Dec
Symbiont by Mira Grant

I was very fortunate to receive an advanced finished copy of Symbiont by Mira Grant. It is the second book in her Parasitology series that started as a duology and is now a trilogy!! After the release of Parasite, Grant’s fans demanded more. Fans wanted more details, fleshed-out characters and world building. Grant obliged and I am ever so grateful. Symbiont changed my perception, raised questions, and had me holding my breath as we plunged deeper into this apocalyptic nightmare.

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Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews

November 29th, 2014 Kimberly Review 48 Comments

29th Nov
Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews

I finally started the Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews and I chose to begin them on audio. Magic Bites is the first in this wildly successful urban fantasy series. Magic Bites is chock full of dark paranormal creatures. Trust me there are no sparkles here. Raw, gritty with a kick-ass, take no prisoners protagonist Magic Bites offered a good introduction to this twisted world.

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